Karen Otomo starring, Ryooga Funatsu (Chotokkyu) and Reika Sakurai co-starring - Airi Kisaki to appear in Episode 7 of Thursday Drama 'Cute but Cunning Me Wins'! Scene photos, synopsis, and PR video released / Broadcast on May 14 (Thu) 21:25-21:54

TOKYO Metropolitan Television Co., Ltd. (TOKYO MX) will broadcast Episode 7 of the Thursday drama 'Cute but Cunning Me Wins,' starring Karen Otomo, on Thursday, May 14, 2026, from 21:25 to 21:54.

'Cute but Cunning Me Wins' © Suzu Amido / DPN Books © TOKYO MX

This live-action drama is based on a popular digital comic that has surpassed 11 million downloads. It's a new-sense romantic comedy where the protagonist, Kotone Matsushima (Karen Otomo), who has used her 'cute but cunning' charm to win in love and life, encounters her strongest rival, leading to a clash of pride between 'cute but cunning' women.

Scene photos, a synopsis, and a PR video for Episode 7 of the drama have now been released!

Nazuna is hesitant to embark on a new romance after past experiences. Meanwhile, as Kotone grows closer to Section Chief Shimizu, her admired legend, Seiko Kitagawa, appears before her... What will be the fate of these 'cute but cunning' girls' love lives?!

Furthermore, Airi Kisaki, a former top musumeyaku of the Takarazuka Revue Star Troupe and currently an active actress, has been confirmed to appear in Episode 7. Kisaki will play Seiko Kitagawa, the manager of the Yokohama branch. She is an admired figure for Kotone and others, known for her talent, beauty, and rapid rise through the ranks at a young age. How will her appearance unfold the story...!?

Don't miss the turbulent Episode 7!

'Cute but Cunning Me Wins' © Suzu Amido / DPN Books © TOKYO MX

■ Episode 7 Scene Photos, Synopsis, and PR Video

'Cute but Cunning Me Wins' © Suzu Amido / DPN Books © TOKYO MX

[Episode 7 Synopsis]

Even when living strongly as your 'cute but cunning' self, unexpected things happen...

Kotone Matsushima (Karen Otomo) is concerned about the date between Rihito Tanaka (Keijiro Yagami) and Nazuna Sahara (Reika Sakurai). The next day, when she presses Nazuna, she hears her surprising true feelings: "I want to get married immediately without dating." Meanwhile, Saya Kinomoto (Haruna Aoi), who has completely reformed, declares her aim to become "truly cute but cunning," and the three 'cute but cunning' girls unite as comrades.

Kotone, whose power harassment suspicions have cleared, is also in a good mood with Masaki Shimizu (Ryooga Funatsu). As she savors her happiness, a woman appears before her. It is Seiko Kitagawa (Airi Kisaki), the ace of the Yokohama branch, Kotone's idol, who rose to manager at a young age. Her appearance stirs things up, and there's a big movement in Nazuna's love life...!

What will be the fate of these 'cute but cunning' girls' love lives?!

[Episode 7 PR Video]

https://youtu.be/ecD3PhIwlcc

◆ Program Overview

*Broadcast dates and content may change due to programming reasons. Please be aware in advance.

[Title] Cute but Cunning Me Wins

[Broadcast Date/Time] TOKYO MX Every Thursday 21:25-21:54 (TOKYO MX1)

Gunma TV Every Thursday 23:00-23:30

Fukuoka Broadcasting Every Saturday 25:00-25:30

TV Iwate Every Sunday 25:25-25:55

Shizuoka Broadcasting Every Monday 25:35-26:05

Tochigi TV Every Tuesday 23:30-24:00

[Cast] Karen Otomo, Ryooga Funatsu (Chotokkyu), Reika Sakurai

[Opening Theme Song] AislE 'EYES ON ME' (asistobe / B ZONE)

[Ending Theme Song] yosugala 'Vanivanilla' (TOY’S FACTORY)

[Original Work] Suzu Amido 'Cute but Cunning Me Wins' (DPN Books)

[Screenplay] Kokeshi Murata

[Directors] Hajime Senoo, Yui Matsuzaki, Tomoya Oguro, Raimu Sobue

[Production Company] Total Media Communication

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